The PPP leadership explicitly proposed a truth and reconciliation commission as the primary mechanism to address the grievances and protests currently affecting the region. The other options represent plausible but incorrect administrative bodies. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017539/ppp-chairman-calls-upcoming-ajk-elections-most-significant-in-history, 22 Jul 2026]
442
Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 youth protests in India is INCORRECT?
The protests were a challenge to the ruling BJP, not supported by them. The other statements accurately reflect the events described in the report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017492/under-soaring-pressure-after-cockroach-movement-protests-indias-education-minister-promises-reforms-debate, 22 Jul 2026]
443
Who led the joint intelligence-based operation in Bannu on July 19, 2026?
Captain (retd) Muhammad Furqan Bilal, the District Police Officer (DPO) of Bannu, led the operation. The other options represent higher-level administrative or military roles not directly leading this specific district-level IBO. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016737/one-terrorist-killed-8-others-held-as-joint-operation-continues-in-bannu, 19 Jul 2026]
444
What is the primary demand of the Jamaat-i-Islami protest campaign regarding the energy sector?
The JI campaign explicitly demands the cancellation of expensive contracts with independent power producers (IPPs) to reduce the burden on consumers. The other options represent policies that are either unrelated or contrary to the party's stated goals. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
445
Consider the following statements about the PPP's political stance in AJK as of July 19, 2026:
1. The PPP has been part of the government in AJK for the past six months.
2. The PPP Chairman proposed that AJK should have representation in the National Finance Commission.
3. The PPP is currently in a coalition government at the federal level led by the PML-N.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct based on the address: the PPP has been in the AJK government for six months, the Chairman proposed representation in the National Finance Commission, and the party is part of the federal coalition led by Shehbaz Sharif. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
446
Who is scheduled to succeed Tim Cook as the CEO of Apple in September 2026?
John Ternus, a hardware veteran, is the designated successor to Tim Cook. The transition is scheduled for September 2026, marking a significant leadership change for the company. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016222/apple-closes-in-on-nvidia-in-race-for-worlds-most-valuable-company, 17 Jul 2026]
447
Consider the following statements about the protests surrounding Sonam Wangchuk:
1. The protests demand the resignation of the Indian Education Minister.
2. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced an indefinite hunger strike in solidarity with Wangchuk.
3. The Indian parliament session was scheduled to commence on the Monday following the July 19, 2026, report.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the events described. The protest specifically targets the Education Minister, the CJP joined the hunger strike, and the parliamentary session timing aligns with the protest escalation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016713/over-100-cops-at-hospital-wife-alleges-indian-activist-sonam-wangchuk-illegally-detained-under-guise-of-medical-care, 19 Jul 2026]
448
Under which section of the Pakistan Penal Code is non-compliance with an NCCIA summons considered punishable?
The NCCIA notice cited Section 174 of the Pakistan Penal Code as the legal basis for potential consequences regarding non-compliance. This section pertains to the failure to appear in response to a public servant's order. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016686/nccia-summons-imrans-sister-noreen-for-allegedly-disseminating-false-offensive-inflammatory-content, 19 Jul 2026]
449
Which of the following items was recovered from the house of the wanted terrorist Zargul during the operation?
Authorities recovered two Honda CD-125 motorcycles and a rickshaw from the residence of the suspect known as Zargul. The other options are incorrect as they do not match the specific items reported in the operation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016737/one-terrorist-killed-8-others-held-as-joint-operation-continues-in-bannu, 19 Jul 2026]
450
On July 19, 2026, Sonam Wangchuk was protesting against alleged irregularities in which examination?
Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike was specifically directed at the alleged fraud and leak of test materials associated with the NEET examination. The other options represent different major Indian competitive exams not central to this specific protest. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016713/over-100-cops-at-hospital-wife-alleges-indian-activist-sonam-wangchuk-illegally-detained-under-guise-of-medical-care, 19 Jul 2026]
